Senior Embedded Software Engineer, BMS Drivers

Role Summary In this role, you will be a member of the Platform Software team, responsible for architecting, implementing, and integrating battery management platform software across Rivian’s control boards. The platform includes drivers, operating systems, middleware, and application frameworks necessary for all aspects of vehicle controls. Through close collaboration with Hardware and Application Software teams, you will build the foundation of Rivian’s vehicle software. Responsibilities Develop and integrate the platform software layer for Rivian’s battery management system, from initial bring‑up to shipping to customers, including drivers and middleware for several components, diagnostics and reactions. Design, develop and test safety critical diagnostics and reactions in close cooperation with the functional safety and system teams. Collaborate with the hardware team on overall design, schematics, and hardware validation. Work closely with other development and cross‑functional team members such as Battery applications and Controls, Test and Integration, and Battery systems teams to ensure the platform is meeting application requirements. Qualifications 4+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer products. B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Expert C programming skills. Embedded software development and optimization expertise. Experience with battery monitoring firmware and/or power electronics. Deep familiarity of Real Time Operating Systems (safeRTOS is a plus). Experience with development for function safety requirements (ISO-26262). Proficient with software development on microcontrollers and hardware bring‑up. Familiarity with multi‑core, automotive grade microcontrollers. Experience with software development for systems with live sensor inputs. Hands‑on experience debugging in real world environments with embedded diagnostics tooling such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG etc. Team player with great communication skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced development environment. Passionately motivated to take ideas from R&D phase to production. Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and DOIP is a plus. Familiarity with Battery Sensing / Monitoring ICs (adbms683x, TI-BQ, etc) is a plus. Total Rewards Total compensation packages for full‑time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rivian VW Group